Komodo to Lombok with Josh Burkinshaw
Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 17, 2026
Snorkelling & Photography
From $1,477 AUD
BOOK WITH $500 DEPOSIT
Komodo to Lombok with Josh Burkinshaw
Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 17, 2026
From $1,477 AUD
BOOK WITH $500 DEPOSIT
Join Josh Burkinshaw on an unforgettable liveaboard journey from Komodo to Lombok, where every stop is a chance to create, capture, and connect. Starting in Labuan Bajo, you’ll sail into the heart of Komodo National Park – home to turquoise bay and some of the most dramatic, lush and photogenic landscapes on earth. From sunrise on Padar Island’s legendary ridgelines to swimming with manta rays at Manta Point, this trip is designed to inspire your creativity at every turn.
Over seven days, you’ll explore a mix of iconic and off-the-radar spots, each with its own character and story to tell. Imagine filming the blush sands of Pink Beach, photographing prehistoric Komodo Dragons in the wild, or swimming alongside the gentle giants of the sea – whale sharks. Add in hidden gems like Satonda’s volcanic crater lake and the jungle waterfalls of Moio, and your camera roll will be bursting with epic content before you know it.
As the journey winds toward Lombok, the adventure continues with the lagoon blues of Namu and the sweeping 360-degree views from Kenawa’s grassy summit – the perfect finale to a creator’s trip of a lifetime. With Josh there to share his passion for content creation and storytelling, you’ll not only experience Indonesia’s most spectacular and unique seascapes, but also walk away with memories, skills, and content that truly captures the magic of Komodo to Lombok.
Click here to check out the cabins on our beautiful Phinisi boat. Note that apart from the Captain’s Cabin, you will be booking an entire cabin. The capacity and number of beds available for each cabin is listed at checkout.
Trip Start: Labuan Bajo, Indonesia - Saturday April 11th 2026
Trip Finish: Lombok, Indonesia (Exact Location TBC) - Friday April 17th 2026
Trip Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Accommodation: Hotel x 1 Night, Liveaboard Phinisi Boat x 6 Nights (Multiple Room Types Available)
Included Meals: Welcome Dinner, All Meals Aboard Boat (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks)
Group Size: Up to 18 Guests
Inclusions
Accommodation: Hotel x 1 Night, Liveaboard Phinisi Boat x 6 Nights (Multiple Room Types Available)
Included Meals: Welcome Dinner, All Meals Aboard Boat (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks)
Experienced Crew & Local English-speaking Guide
Personal Onboard Photographer
Labuan Bajo Transfer Hotel to Boat
Lombok Transfer Boat to Agreed Drop-off Location
Snorkelling With Manta Rays at Manta Point
Sunrise Trek at Padar Island
Guided Walk on Komodo Island to See Komodo Dragons
Sunrise Trek at Gili Lawa
Visits to Multiple Pink Beaches for Photography & Snorkelling
Taka Makassar Sandbar
Cliffside Exploration at Tanjung Meriam
Visit to Satonda Volcanic Crater Lake
Snorkelling at Doropeti Coral Reefs
Swim With Whale Sharks
Jungle Visit to Mata Jitu Waterfall on Moio Island
Lagoon Exploration at Namu Island
Sunset Hike & 360° Views on Kenawa Island
All Snorkelling Equipment Provided if Required
Drinking Water Throughout the Trip (Bring Refillable Water Bottle)
Exclusions
Arrival/Departure Flights
Airport Transfers
Visa/Entry Requirements
Meals Not Mentioned in Inclusions
Personal Expenses incl Supermarket Items, Alcohol & Tips
Travel Insurance (Required)
Komodo NP Fee Approx 600k IDR
Whale Shark Swim Fee Approx 175k IDR
Moio/Satonda Island Fee Approx 200k IDR pp
Your Host
Josh Burkinshaw
Photography is not just a hobby for me, it’s a Passion. My name is Josh Burkinshaw and my passion is capturing moments in time that seem surreal. I specialize in shooting epic landscapes and stunning tourism-style images that transport the viewer to another world. I’m stoked to offer you the opportunity to explore amazing places with me, share unforgettable experiences together, and help you to take home photo and video content that you are incredibly proud of.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Labuan Bajo & Welcome Dinner
Touch down in Labuan Bajo, the gateway to Komodo National Park, where turquoise waters and colourful fishing boats line the harbour. This is the start of your adventure – a chance to meet fellow travellers and settle into island time.
In the evening, enjoy a group welcome dinner. It’s the perfect time to connect, swap creative ideas, and get excited for the adventure ahead.
✅ Activities
- Arrival in Labuan Bajo
- Group Welcome Dinner by the Sea
🏨 Accommodation
- Hotel Deja’vu 2.0 or Similar
🍽️ Included Meals
- Welcome Dinner
Day 2 Siaba, Manta Point & Taka Makassar
Your Komodo to Lombok adventure begins! We’ll be picked up by our friendly crew and transferred to the nearby harbour, where we will step aboard our beautiful floating home for the next 5 nights. Get settled and after a briefing from the team, we’ll be on our way across azure waters!
First stop is Siaba, where calm clear waters and coral gardens make for perfect turtle and other marine life encounters. At Manta Point, get ready for some of the most awe-inspiring content of the trip – giant manta rays soaring gracefully through the blue.
In the afternoon we’ll head to Taka Makassar, a dreamy sandbar that looks like it was specifically made for drone shots, with pastel skies and turquoise seas blending into one perfect frame. We’ll finish the day with a sunset from the boat at the magical Padar Island.
✅ Activities
- Snorkelling With Turtles at Siaba
- Swimming With Manta Rays at Manta Point
- Sandbar Content at Taka Makassar
- Padar Island Sunset from Boat
Day 3 Padar, Pink Beach, Komodo & Gili Lawa
Wake up early for a sunrise hike on Padar Island, one of the most famous viewpoints in Indonesia. Watch the light slowly reveal this to-be-seen-to-be-believed landscape – a dream for sweeping panoramic shots and a scene you will not forget.
At Padar’s Pink Beach (on the other side of the island), capture the unique rose-coloured sands against some of the most aqua-blue water anywhere in the world. Later, set foot on Komodo Island to photograph the legendary Komodo dragons. End the day with a sunset hike at Gili Lawa – golden-hour light bouncing off coral seas, and a ridge line vista that will take your breath away.
✅ Activities
- Sunrise Trek & Photography at Padar Viewpoint
- Snorkelling & Beach Time at Pink Beach
- Guided Walk With Komodo Dragons
- Sunset Hike at Gili Lawa
ℹ️ Important Note
- We will not be flying drones at Padar Island and Gili Lawa, as the recently introduced drone licensing laws are extremely difficult to navigate for international tourists. If this changes, guests will be notified.
Trip Photos
Important Notes
ARRIVAL:
You will need to make sure your travel plans allow you to arrive at the meeting point by the scheduled guest meeting time. More information on this will be provided once the trip is confirmed. Your arrival airport is Komodo International Airport Labuan Bajo (LBJ).
DEPARTURE:
On the final day, you are free to depart at any time. After disembarking the boat, you will be dropped off at an agreed location – this will be finalised once the trip is confirmed. Your departure airport is Lombok International Airport (AMI/LOP), unless you are returning to Bali via another transportation method.
ADDITIONAL FEES:
Note that there are a number of additional fees associated with the locations we are visiting. These will likely need to be paid locally in IDR. Guests will be provided with further information on this once the trip is confirmed.
SNORKELLING & WATER-BASED ACTIVITIES:
This trip involves snorkelling and water-based activities. Whilst you do not need to be an advanced swimmer/diver to participate, it is recommended that you are comfortable being both on and in the water. If there are snorkelling spots that have strong currents and you are not comfortable entering the water at any time, you will be able to stay on the boat.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Be sure to check entry requirements based on the passport that you will be travelling with. It is your responsibility to ensure that your passport meets minimum requirements, and that you have arranged any required visas before arrival. Visa information is available in the destination guide linked below.
DESTINATION GUIDE:
For a detailed destination guide for this trip’s location, head to:
Komodo Islands: https://bestintravelgroup.com/the-komodo-islands-destination-guide/
Lombok: https://bestintravelgroup.com/lombok-indonesia-destination-guide/
TRIP CONFIRMATION:
A trip is listed as PENDING until the minimum guest numbers are reached, at which point the trip becomes CONFIRMED. Guests will be notified when a trip becomes CONFIRMED.
BOOKING FLIGHTS:
We do not recommend booking flights until your trip is CONFIRMED.
BOOKING T&Cs:
We recommend you familiarise yourself with our Booking Terms & Conditions for more information about our booking, deposit and cancellation policies.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel insurance is required, and this will need to organised independently. There are a number of travel insurance comparison websites available. We do not recommend organising this until your trip is CONFIRMED.
For more information on travel insurance head to https://bestintravelgroup.com/protect-your-adventure-best-in-travels-guide-to-travel-insurance/
ISSUES & CONTACTS DURING THE TRIP:
If you experience any issues that you need resolved during this trip, please chat to your host or your local driver/guide. Emergency contact details for your local trip operator will be provided prior to the trip starting.
For more information on the correct process for handling issues during a trip, including emergency situations, please read the following guide: https://bestintravelgroup.com/managing-emergencies-other-issues-on-your-best-in-travel-adventure/
INCLUSIVITY:
For information on how Best In Travel creates a welcoming space for all travellers, please head to: https://bestintravelgroup.com/everyones-welcome-inclusivity-on-best-in-travel-group-trips/
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